And the 28-year-old couldn't wait to tell fans about the amazing news on Twitter and Facebook and announce his name - Reggie Ennis-Hill.

She posted this morning: "Our beautiful baby boy Reggie Ennis-Hill was born yesterday. We couldn't be happier x," and attached a touching snap of the newborn in a cute striped top with a lion on the front.

"Although the new mum has decided to keep his face from full view of the camera, he looks super cute with his tiny fists clenched as he sleeps.

Fans of the sportswoman were quick to congratulate her and one posted: "awww many congratulations Jess!!!! Xxxx".

Another cheeky fan wrote underneath the sweet photograph: "So you'll be able to do the Commonwealth Games! Great news.................joke!!